Vandetta is a Victory
Published by Pyrofenix under entertainment on March 20, 2006
After my last film going experience with Ultraviolet, I wanted to make sure that the next theater I entered would keep me entertained for 2 hours and not have me contemplating walking out. Initially I was worried that this film would turn out more like Revolutions or Reloaded did in the Matrix universe than the original. I was so happy to find that was a silly concern.
Vandetta is an action sci-fi drama that builds more upon character than action. Hugo Weaving plays the lead mask wearing man going only by the moniker, “V”. His vision is to return England back to the people and begin a revolution against the Nazi-like totalitarian state. Hugo was perfect for this role, as even playing Agent Smith, he spoke with a sort of sophistication which plays ideally into this role. Natalie Portman, as usual is beautiful - even if she does sport a rather masculine hairdo. Her performance is equally satisfying while he english accent does falter a bit here and there, it is quite minor.
“Remember remember,
the fifth of November…
Gunpowder, treason and plot.
I see no reason why gunpowder, treason
Should ever be forgot…”
My only concern with the film is at the end when “V” makes good on his promise for revolution by use of explosives. I didn’t feel a victory as a certain building was blown up. I think victory was granted just prior to this by the people of the country.
Overall, an excellent movie with some great action and well-flushed out story and a somewhat surprisingly a bunch of three-dimensional characters which will keep you entertained from start till finish.
